Line Cook

Octopus' Beer Garden; Mount Clemens (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Weekly bonus opportunities

Free/discounted meals

Job summary

Octopus Beer Garden in Mount Clemens, Michigan, seeks dedicated kitchen staff for the summer season. This fast-paced environment prioritizes teamwork and offers a unique schedule where employees can enjoy time off in winter. We value consistent performance, efficient food execution, and maintain a supportive team culture. Ideal candidates have prior kitchen experience or a willingness to be trained. Enjoy competitive pay, performance bonuses, and a rewarding kitchen experience while respecting your time outside of work.

Qualifications

• Line cook or kitchen experience preferred, but training is available.
• Ability to handle pressure without losing control.
• Team player approach with no egos or drama.

Responsibilities

• Work a station on a fast-paced line.
• Execute food consistently and efficiently.
• Keep your station clean and organized.
• Communicate clearly with the team.
• Help keep the kitchen moving during peak times.

Skills

Line cook or kitchen experience

Ability to handle pressure

Team player mindset

Job description

Benefits

401(k)

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Why This Job is Different

We’re not a traditional kitchen.

We run a fast-paced, high-volume summer season—but we don’t believe in burning people out to get there.

No endless 60-hour weeks

Rotating shifts to keep you fresh

Team-focused environment (no screaming chef culture)

Performance bonuses + strong earning potential

Work hard in-season. Recharge in the off-season.

Who This Job is For

Perfect for someone who:

Wants to make good money during the busy months

Values time off in the winter (Jan–Feb off)

Likes a team that works hard and respects each other

What You’ll Get

Competitive hourly pay based on experience

Weekly bonus opportunities (based on kitchen performance)

Consistent hours during peak season

Free/discounted meals

A team that has your back

What You’ll Do

Work a station on a fast-paced line

Execute food consistently and efficiently

Keep your station clean and organized

Communicate clearly with the team

Help keep the kitchen moving during peak times

What We’re Looking For

Line cook or kitchen experience preferred (we will train the right person)

Can handle pressure without losing control

Team player—no egos, no drama

Shows up ready to work and improve

Our Kitchen Standard

Fast hands. Calm heads. Strong team.

Schedule

Busy season: March – October

Peak hours: evenings + weekends

Winter: reduced schedule / time off

Bottom Line

If you want:

A kitchen that runs hard but respects your time

A team that supports each other

And a schedule that gives you a life outside of work